A decorative armour of geometric metal blocks builds the unique façade of this 600 square metre luxury home in Surat, Gujarat, India, designed by Openideas Architects . The form of the ‘Hive’ family home was inspired by the client’s profession in making machines for the diamond industry, and hexagonal structures found in honeycomb. An entire year’s sun path study was integral to the plotting of the decorative screen walls that characterise much of the structure. With core competency in mechanical engineering, client Kamalbhai Mistry delivered a concise 90 point brief for the unprecedented project. It would be a smart structure, rendered in metal, it would be intelligent, adaptable, sustainable, and feature a mono-space family living area.
The honeycomb structure of the ‘HIve’ home’s modern exterior glows warmly in the dusk, revealing twinkling glimpses of interior lighting.
Outdoor uplighters illuminate the metal clad exterior geometry on the ground floor, and the sparingly placed topiary across a manicured lawn.
Winding pathways snake across the gross, maneuvering around the shrubbery.
Volumes of the structure are set at contrasting angles to break up the overall mass.
Differing hexagonal patterns inspired by nature, from carbon crystals and honeycomb, not only look stunning on the outsides of the volumes but actively cool and characterise the interior spaces.
The metallic finish of the solar sensor-based facade creates a rich palatial presence.
This architectural triumph lands at an intriguing intersection between art and engineering.
Biomimicry presents a design based on structural strength and transformability.
The modules of the facade change thermal levels and light exposure inside the house, causing remarkable sciography.
The intrepid client viewed this building like he would a product from the machines he deals in, and insisted on ‘manufacturing’ it flawlessly.
Mr Mistry specified everything from planning, structure, materials, landscape and sustainability to insulation, HVAC and plumbing.
The form of the building became molded by the realities of external temperature, solar radiation, cloud cover, wind pattern and humidity. All of the ideas that went into the home’s making underwent extensive research and prototyping to ensure perfection. With metal a dominant material, fast construction became possible.
The build site was part of four plots belonging to the extended Mistry family. Apartment complexes appear on plots to the east and west of the project site in Vesu, an upcoming part of Surat.
The angular V-shaped of the structure is oriented towards green pockets spread around the house.
A bridge and valley experience is created at the home entrance, with a sunken court and a walk-able green roof. The sloping roof provides thermal insulation on a technical level, whilst doubling as a social gathering area.
A sunken court, stepped garden, and a stilted arrival corridor add to the rises and falls of the design.
Shadow patterns change as the sun moves throughout the day.
Inside, the open plan home creates a fluid environment. Division of space is communicated through variations in materials and by sculptural pieces.
A bright orange accent hue brings vibrancy to the relaxed neutral decor palette, via wall art, scatter cushions and an eye-catching chaise lounge chair .
The decorative blocks on the outside of the building become wallpaper for the interior, and even floor pattern as the sun passes by the voids. The living room textiles are plain and restful, so that designer pieces like this unusual floor lamp duo receive due attention.
Soft grey, sage green and wood tone meld in warm and comforting unity.
A floating TV wall descends from a wood slatted ceiling. A wood media cabinet skims underneath it, creating a light and open dividing technique within the substantial living space.
This curvaceous entity is both a room divider and a beautiful sculptural bench.
The seat of the bench seems to echo the ceiling design, distorted in ripples.
The unique staircase design stripes around the stairwell like the manipulated ribcage of a gigantic whale.
More geometrics pattern the great wooden balustrades of the extraordinary piece.
The dining room chandelier follows the angular lines of the neighbouring window screen.
Honeycomb blocks fill a corner window, fashioning a gorgeous reading nook, bathed in light play.
In the stairwell, a gold chandelier is complemented by a satin gold banister.
The hallway accommodates a small sitting area at a large picture window, a perfect conversational spot.
Glossy stone floors and polished woods bounce natural light through the interior.
SS powder coats the intricate metal facade.
Honeycomb screen walls give the ventilated walkway a magical, intimate atmosphere, whilst opening it up to the beauty of the green garden.
The light play here falls in perfection, unfurling like a long geometric runner toward the custom entry door of this special home.
It’s from this elevated vantage point that it is best to witness the artistic window reveals. SIx triangular fragments pull away from the centres of twenty geometric domes to let in the day.
The screening differs in design to break up the facade, but work harmoniously as one under the same coating.
Side elevation. The upper level has two bedrooms that remain connected to the garden thanks to the green roof design.
Ground floor plan, driveway, pathways and landscaping.
First floor plan, showing two large bedroom suites complete with dressing rooms and ensuite bathrooms.
Perspective drawing, illustrating the intricacies of the structural layout and appointment of screening.
If orange is your colour, then we certainly have a juicy treat for you. These four bright home designs feature tangerine, pumpkin and apricot accents in no small measures. Bold murals, textured feature walls and hero furniture pieces combine to make orange decor schemes that are characterful and energised. To go alongside the eye-catching colour scheme, a stylish circle theme runs on through too. Rounded motifs are painted onto walls and modern artwork, and feature within furniture silhouettes, lighting designs and decorative mirrors. The colour and shape themes build interiors that strike a light of inspiration that will burn on in memory and imagination for a long while to come.
Designer:Ira Lysiuk| Visualizer:Anastasia Shut
An orange accent chair balances out the impact of an orange feature wall inside this living room. Charcoal paint and drapes darken down the rest of the lounge, as well as a graphite sectional sofa. Some dried pampas grass explodes a fluffy white accent into the arrangement, resting lightly in a tangerine pot.
The orange feature wall wraps around into the kitchen diner of the open plan layout, making one solid column of colour.
The flames of the modern fireplace flicker as orange as the modern accent chair , burning brightly against black gypsum panelling.
A black pedestal dining table and coordinated chairs contrast starkly against a light terrazzo floor set with orange chips.
Over in the kitchen window, orange bar stools vibe with the bright feature wall. A wall mounted black console unit works as a small coffee/tea serve area. A shelf of green plants above the window create a fresh homey feel.
Pale grey cabinets create the impression of a small one wall kitchen , but tall black units complete an L-shaped run. Smoked glass doors obscure cupboards for crockery and appliances at worktop level.
The glass dining room pendant light is suspended on a thick black strap that stylishly links it with other dark notes in the scheme.
The bed lays out the largest orange note in the bedroom, but that comes coupled with some other very unique accent pieces.
An orange frame brightens a round decorative wall mirror on the black headboard feature wall. A round bedside table, a curvy vase, and orb bedroom pendant lights play on the circular motif.
Black and bone decor provide a crisp and calming base for the bold accent colour.
A round stool couples up with a unique circular desk design that brings another pop of pumpkin orange.
Orange tiles and orange flecked terrazzo colour the bathroom. Black fixtures, shower, and elliptical mirror coordinate darkly with a black pedestal sink stand and an elegant bathroom vanity light .
Misty grey tiles calm the colour scheme.
Visualizer:Elemental Design
Orange circle motifs and rounded rectangles fill the walls of our second home tour, and a circular accent chair pulls the accent into the centre of the lounge.
The wall mounted TV is framed by a painted arc. A set of round coffee tables share the centre spot in the modern room.
Curved back dining chairs face a banquette bench on the other side of the table, to save space in the open plan.
The dining pendant light drops low to draw attention to circle motif wall art. Elliptical panels form a room divider between the eating area and the home entryway. A green plant makes a naturally fresh addition to the tangerine scheme.
A modern wooden console table compliments the tone of high shine beige floor tiles.
Aside from the indoor plants, a touch of green comes into the decor scheme via the kitchen design. The kitchen is a layer cake of green base cabinets, wood grain wall units, and a top row of pale grey cupboards to make full use of the vertical space.
A whisper of grey tints the wardrobes in the master bedroom. A wooden platform bed melds with a muted apricot backdrop.
A geometric shape mural cuts across a feature wall in the kid’s room, accentuating the angular cut of a house shaped headboard.
Citrus yellow accents give the orange elements a sharp twist.
Visualizer:Elemental Design
Circle motifs dot our third living room design through wall art, a unique sideboard design, and a nifty storage coffee table. We see yellow accents drop in again, this time as bright scatter cushions.
The coffee table with storage is used to hide a clutter of magazines and to display a modern fruit bowl.
An arc has been painted onto the TV wall in a subtle shade that causes the illusion of an architectural niche. On the opposite wall, rounded sections colour the wall with shades of orange and brown. A decorative wall clock and a half circle mirror exaggerate the shape theme.
A tasteful gold sputnik chandelier makes a graceful accessory to the dining area. The round dining table is a striking two-tone design, which is emphasised by black and white decorative vases placed on top. Orange seat pads draw attention to the black dining chairs .
A round pouf teams up with the half circle wall mirror to create an entryway vanity area.
Visualizer:Between The Walls
The last home interior is an airy white, black and orange setup where linear pieces meet rounded motifs. A series of linear suspension lights mirror the outline of the dining table.
A unique hanging chair places a ring of orange into the monochrome lounge.
An orange tapestry colours the dining zone.
Wood grain walls lighten the black kitchen.
The same bold colour scheme energises the home’s music studio.
The artwork in the double workspace is Dreamer by Eiko Ojala.
A Clockwork Orange poster makes a quirky addition.
Two modern outdoor chairs bring the orange element onto the terrace.
Modern side tables round out the terrace furniture arrangement.
A black and white rug lays the path into the bedroom.
A round notice board serves the home workspace .
The cylindrical bedside table attaches a black note to an unusual orange kids’ bed .
In the master suite, a muted orange bed set perfectly matches the orange bedroom decor.
Dark isn’t the first theme that comes to mind when designing a kitchen. Stereotypical assumptions are of white and bright kitchens matched by light wood—something like the color of breakfast pancakes. Have you ever thought otherwise? Perhaps something like a modern dark kitchen?
We’ve got a collection of stunning spaces sure to switch up your vision. This black kitchen design inspiration is the sexiest interior design can muster. All divulging in shades of black, navy, or dark brown, they add what white kitchens cannot—a seductive allure that says sleekness and sophistication at the same time. Take a peek at some brilliant interiors on the darker side to see if a modern luxury black kitchen could be for you.
Modern Dark Kitchen Design Ideas to Inspire Your Next Renovation
1. Make it an All Black Kitchen
Visualizer:Design At Sketch
Almost completely covered in black, a few minor elements shine in chrome and wood in this kitchen interior. We love how the textures do the talking, especially through the matte table under black wood-panelled walls. But having an open approach like this means that every one of your accessories on display—including knives, wine glasses, mugs, cutting boards, teapots, cookie jars, etc.—need to be on point.
2. Add Wooden Elements
Visualizer:Bogdan Tovstyy
This black beauty edges towards wooden elements. We see a speckled floor, a white wall, and a central bench. Rounded black lamps hover over the island, providing functionality and style. If you’re wondering how visual intrigue is added to this modern black kitchen… a huge credit goes to the abstract art!
3. Complement the Black Kitchen with Orange
Source:Vancouver House
A bit of curve rounds out the hard edges—adding some much-needed warmth. This wave-design bench leads up to an orange-hued enclave in this black-and-silver interior. The burnt orange sure makes a design statement (apart from the unique central island).
4. Keep Your Dark Modern Kitchen Simple
Visualizer:Panda Fox Studios
A simplistic look makes this black kitchen a winner. We see the basics: a light floor, a black minimalist island, and sleek cabinetry. But the contrast between light and dark keeps the ambiance interesting, while the large window welcomes plenty of natural light.
5. Make it Dark… Or Not?
Visualizer:Who Cares Design
If you’re eyeing a dark kitchen aesthetic but are hesitant to make the change, this is it. Introducing more light, this black kitchen is hardly dark at all. Black benches, cabinetry, fixtures and stools are intersected by large-panel windows, a white shelving stand and light flooring.
6. Make Use of Asymmetry in the Black Modern Kitchen
Visualizer:Visual Method
This modern black kitchen takes another angle on this kaleidoscopic space, breaking all spatial boundaries. Black and glass alternate in this chic kitchen as the interesting ceiling design keeps the space unconventional. We’ve also got to appreciate the cherry blossoms, doubling as decor even within the interior.
7. Factor in Some Warmth
Source:Modulnova
This warmer-looking kitchen makes a move to brown. It strategically achieves the purpose with the use of wood. This not only introduces natural textures but also makes the ambiance inviting. Talk about a modern style that’s equal parts welcoming!
8. Place a White Island in a Black Modern Kitchen
Visualizer:Jean Regauer
An instant way to brighten up a dark kitchen (we mean, get the best of both worlds)? This kitchen space shows us how by using a white island on a black floor. The backsplash further enhances this dark-and-light effect, while the cowhide rug adds just the right amount of coziness.
9. Make Marble Your Best Friend
Architect:Chamberlain Javens Architects
If you’re looking to create a modern luxury black kitchen, you know what you’ve got to do: Go big on marble! This natural stone adds the luxe factor to any space, especially as a large, central island, as seen in the kitchen above. You can also add it through the backsplash.
10. Make it Mysterious
Visualizer:Tomek Michalski
You can double the visual intrigue in your all black kitchen by adding some mystery. In this kitchen, mood-lighting sets the scene in black and grey, while a marbled bench acts as the hero. The back inlet and flooring create contrast and depth. Taken together, these elements make the space an interesting one.
11. Layer Gray and Gold
Visualizer:Mitaka Dimov
Black kitchens are cool, but what if we layer in gray and add accents of gold? This stunning kitchen space uses gray flooring to add diversity to the otherwise black palette. The thick gold panel is one way that makes the space look incredibly high-end.
12. Add French Style to Black Kitchen Design
Visualizer:Aeroslon
Make your kitchen both modern and French with traditional black cabinetry. In this space, standing armoires act as sinks, and all other displayed items remain black. The stark white clock can surely act as the focal point of the space!
13. Consider Soft Elements
Visualizer:Julia Sultanova
Rough, light wood and low-hanging white lights set this kitchen interior a world apart. You can also notice a layer of light gray cabinetry, adding variation to the otherwise dark color palette. These elements factor in softness to the black kitchen design.
14. Let the Accessories Do the Talking
Photographer:Mikko Ryhänen
In this black-and-wood creation, the accessories take center stage in adorning the interior. We love the houseplant, but the crockery deserves a special mention for doubling as decor. The light oakwood backdrop further warms the space up.
15. Consider a Matte All Black Kitchen
Visualizer:HDR Designer
Neat square panels perfectly line up to emphasize the stark black minimalism that is at play here. We love how the cabinetry is matte black with no hardware, adding a sense of simplicity. The herb planters are a healthy green addition to bring the otherwise simple space.
16. Add Some Stencilling to Black Kitchens
Visualizer:Julia Sultanova
Fine lines and stencilling set this monochromatic space apart. Lined by black magnetic lights, black stencils and glossy white facades, it makes its mark on a light wooden floor.
17. Build a Shape Out of Black
Visualizer:Huso
18. Create a Modern Dark Kitchen with Gradients
Visualizer:Mario Nogueira
If you’re wondering how the intrigue in this space is working… It’s the gradients from black, to charcoal, to light grey. White surrounds in the walls and a monochromatic hanging light. This clever design technique makes sure the space is anything but boring, even if it’s using mere neutrals (minus the stunning orange dining chairs, of course).
19. Leverage Black Textures
Visualizer:Nefeli Kallianou
One instant way to add interest to a black kitchen is with textures, as seen in this metallic matte kitchen. This accounts for decorative presence in the light and bright space, providing character to an otherwise simple room.
20. Work on the Functionality of the Modern Dark Kitchen
Visualizer:İbrahim Ethem KISACIK
This dark modern kitchen makes sure it’s as functional as is stylish. The central island is paired with a black dining table, while all necessary appliances are fixed into the cabinetry. We also see pendant lights and lighting under the hood providing just the right illumination.
21. Create a Modern Classic All Black Kitchen
Visualizer:A&L Interior Design
Folks seeking an inviting all black kitchen can look towards this modern classic space. It merges contemporary elements (through sleek black cabinetry) with traditional ones (as seen in the wooden backsplash) to bring together the best of both worlds.
22. Put Essentials on Display in Your Modern Black Kitchen Interior
Visualizer:Polygon
Yet another kitchen that uses black and wooden elements to create a dark-themed interior. What sets this one apart is the hanging pans. They do offer easy access as the residents cook, but they also double as decor! (Note how the pans also use black and wooden elements to stay coherent with the theme).
23. Add the Industrial Style to the All Black Kitchen
Via:Emotion School
Industrial style lovers, rejoice! This is THE inspiration to set up your favorite interior design style, the dark way. This kitchen uses rustic wood and exposed elements for the ceiling to create an industrial black kitchen interior.
24. Make a Statement with Black Chunky Lamps
Via:HomePicture.in
All eyes on the two chunky lamps hanging in this monochromatic setting. They do add focus but also allow the contrasting white inset to shine. Not to forget the central island, providing plenty of storage space.
25. Make Room for Keepsakes
Visualizer:Maxim Goryachev
There’s nothing like personalizing your space to who YOU are. This kitchen serves the purpose by adding keepsakes and heirlooms. Also, black leaves room for details, so it’s one of the best colors to use if you’re hoping to display knick-knacks.
26. Use Black to Add Intimacy
Visualizer:Helen Bank
Who says dark colors make small spaces feel smaller? We only see black adding luxury to this compact space (with some credit to the white flooring adding brightness). This kitchen—with black marble backsplash—speaks opulence, and for all the right reasons!
27. Enhance Black Kitchen Design with Patterns
Visualizer:Ksenia Lenski
This black kitchen interior makes a design statement with the patterned marble island. Its sleek metallic legs lift it off the floor, creating an illusion of space. Simultaneously, the textured inset makes sure visual interest is added.
28. Don’t Forget a Black and White Rug
Visualizer:Nada Aboelrous
If you’re not in for a complete kitchen renovation, simply painting your cabinets black and adding a black-and-white patterned rug will achieve the purpose! We love how this kitchen keeps sets the base with white and tops it with black.
29. Let the Lighting Make a Statement in the All Black Kitchen
Architect:Artpartner Architects
When everything else is understated, letting the lighting create a statement is a good idea. This matte black kitchen interior uses rod lighting to do the talking. It sticks to the all black kitchen color scheme, though!
30. Tone it Down
Visualizer:Valeria Mosolova
This open floor plan uses dark gray throughout, showing us that black can work in more spaces than the kitchen 😉 It sure makes a design statement for those cooking and dining—or lounging!
31. Consider a Black and Wooden Bar
Visualizer:Amir Emami
This is the ultimate modern luxury black kitchen! After all, what’s better than displaying your favorite collection of beer right behind the black kitchen island? The low-hanging pendant lights also add to the black kitchen design.
32. Add the Gothic Vibe
Visualizer:Sebastian Lorio
This dark-gray kitchen is super simple with its sleek, hardware-less cabinetry. Well, except the far left end. Here, we see a statement piece of art and intriguing layered lighting created a focal point.
33. Stick to the Minimalist Style for Black Kitchens
Visualizer:Miguel A. Ramos
This compact kitchen space follows the simple rule: white walls paired with black cabinetry and an island. Even in this nook, the space is able to make a style statement while providing optimal functionality. The window here gives a contrasting element of light to the otherwise dark modern kitchen.
34. Layer Lighting in the All Black Kitchen
Visualizer:Tatiana Durnescu
We see shades of gray and black coming together to bring this modern dark kitchen to life. What we especially love is the multiple types of lighting, all layered together to bring visual interest to the space.
35. Set the Backdrop For Your Living Space
Visualizer:Sasha Zolotukhin
